Indo-Pacific ISR Shift: The U.S. Air Force permanently moved three Northrop Grumman RQ-4B Global Hawk Block 40 drones from Andersen AFB in Guam to Yokota Air Base near Tokyo, citing better weather resilience while boosting persistent surveillance closer to East China Sea and Taiwan approaches. Local Military Impact: Guam residents and advocates again pressed concerns at a reconvened military buildup briefing, arguing Guam is being repositioned as a forward offensive platform without civilian shelter planning or a seat in decision-making. Public Health Leadership: Guam’s TB program manager Chima Mbakwem was selected to lead the National Tuberculosis Coalition of America, giving Guam a stronger voice in national TB policy. Renewables & Power Planning: Guam’s Public Utilities Commission approved renewable energy acquisition awards totaling 62 MW across four sites, including areas tied to the Chamorro Land Trust Commission and near Andersen AFB. Healthcare Infrastructure: After years of debate, a Mangilao dedication ceremony marked the new hospital site, with the governor citing major repair vs. rebuild cost comparisons and plans to consolidate public and behavioral health services. Tech & Community Access: Guam System for Assistive Technology’s free fair highlights AI smart glasses and other tools to help people with disabilities live more independently. Conservation Tech on Guam’s Coast: The Navy broke ground on a Missile Integration Test Facility while phasing construction to rescue and relocate more than 100 threatened native orchids found in the project area.